University of Liverpool
Medical School Profile
Here, we’ll detail how the University of Liverpool School of Medicine selects candidates during the medical application process.
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Grade Requirements
So you have questions about the grades needed to get into Liverpool Medical School? You’re in the right place to find the answers!
- What GCSE grades do Liverpool look for?
GCSEs in nine subjects. A score of 15 points from the nine including core and additional science (or Biology, Chemistry and Physics), English Language and Maths. In scoring system A*/A /9/8/7 and above = 2 points; B grade (6) = 1 point.
- What IB score are Liverpool looking for in prospective medical applicants?
36 points overall (at first sitting): Higher level a minimum of 6,6,6 to include Chemistry together with either Biology, Physics or Mathematics and a third academic subject. 5,5,5 at standard level (subjects not offered at HL).
- Which A-Level subjects do Liverpool Medical School require?
Chemistry together with either Biology, Physics or Mathematics and a third academic subject.
- Degree qualifications (for graduate applicants)
If applying as a graduate, a 2:1 honours degree in a biological, biomedical or health sciences degree and A levels of BCC including Chemistry and one other science subject (e.g Biology, Maths, or Physics). If applying with a non-science degree, higher grades in science A levels would be required.
You’ll find this information summarised in the table below:
Summary Grade Requirements Table
| Qualification | Grade Requirements for Liverpool Medical School |
|---|---|
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Predicted A levels/Scottish Highers |
AAA, to include Chemistry together with either Biology, Physics or |
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GCSEs/Scottish Nationals
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GCSEs in nine subjects. A score of 15 points from the nine including Minimum of Scottish National 5 ( intermediate 2) in Biology, Chemistry, |
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International Baccalaureate (IB) |
36 points overall (at first sitting): Higher level a minimum of 6,6,6 to include Chemistry together with either Biology, Physics or Mathematics and a third academic subject. 5,5,5 at standard level (subjects not offered at HL). |
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Degree qualifications (for
graduate applicants) |
If applying as a graduate, a 2:1 honours degree in a biological, biomedical or health sciences degree and A levels of BCC including Chemistry and one other science subject (e.g Biology, Maths, or Physics). If applying with a non-science degree, higher grades in science A levels would be required. |
Application Requirements
So you have questions about the medical application requirements to get into Liverpool Medical School? You’re in the right place to find the answers!
- What are Liverpool’s work experience requirements?
If applying to Liverpool medical school you are advised, as a minimum, to read the ‘statement on the core values and attributes needed to study medicine’ and ‘work experience guidelines for applicants to medicine’. In response to COVID-19 ‘Guidance on gaining relevant work experience to study medicine during the pandemic’ has been created.
- How does Liverpool use the Medical Personal Statement?
Personal statement will not be used in making the decision to invite to interview but is likely to be assessed at interview.
- Does Liverpool require the UCAT or BMAT for medicine?
UCAT.
- Which interview style do Liverpool use in it’s selection of medical students?
On-line but format to be confirmed for 2022.
You’ll find this information summarised in the table below:
Summary Application Requirements Table
| Stage | How it's used in selection |
|---|---|
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Work Experience |
If applying to Liverpool medical school you are advised, as a minimum, to read
the ‘statement on the core values and attributes needed to study medicine’
and ‘work experience guidelines for applicants to medicine’. In response to
COVID-19 ‘Guidance on gaining relevant work experience to study medicine
during the pandemic’ has been created.
|
|
Personal Statement |
Personal statement will not be used in making the decision to invite to
interview but will be assessed at interview. |
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Admissions Test |
UCAT. |
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Interview Methods |
On-line but format to be confirmed for 2022 |